session details, tips, and answers
lifestyle sessions
I believe in crafting imagery for all of life's lovely moments. This means that my team and I are there to capture the milestones that mean the most to you. Your engagement, wedding, maternity portraits, newborn session, 1st birthday portraits, pet portraits, and anything and everything in between!
I am hear to walk you through the planning process from location selection to outfit suggestions to help you look and feel your best!
the experience
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xo, Ana
There are countless landmarks, buildings, parks, and more in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond that will be the perfect for your lifestyle session. Over the years, I've been to dozens of locations with a few favorites. Select 'next' to view my top locations!
Filoli Mansion house is a stunning location and a top favorite! It is a gorgeous setting with lush greenery,
a variety of blooming flowers, unique doorways and gates, and a beautiful mansion facade.
There are also other local gardens that are perfect for soft lighting and bright colors.
filoli & local gardens
Beach sessions on hot summer days are a personal favorite! Especially when children are involved! It's perfect for running around, building sand castles, getting caught in a wave, and dipping your toes in the sand.
beaches
We are happy to host you at our bright white studio in Dublin for themed petite sessions at select times of the year.
We typically host Holiday petite sessions in the studio.
studio sessions
Lake Tahoe and the surrounding area offers beautiful and mesmerizing views! Donner Lake and the public piers along with Sand Harbor, Emerald Cove, and Sugar Pine park are a favorite. Plus who doesn't love snow?!
Travel fee may apply.
Lake tahoe
The Bay Area has regional parks in both the Peninsula and East Bay Regions which are perfect if you are looking for open areas in nature.
regional parks
Sutro Baths and other San Francisco landmarks are loved by all. Cupid's arrow, Pier 7, the Batteries, Golden Gate views- the list goes on. I highly recommend taking San Francisco weather into account when planning your session as Carl the Fog often makes an appearance.
sutro baths & San francisco landmarks
The San Francisco Bay Area is home to a handful of beautiful university campuses with stunning architecture. Stanford University, UC Berkeley, and University of San Francisco are popular options.
university campuses
California is home to beautiful almond blossom orchards, lavender fields, rose gardens, tulip fields- you name it! Specific flowers will vary based on the season but lets chat about your vision for your portraits and see what's blooming!
orchards, lavender fields, & gardens
Is there a bakery that you love to order croissants from? A local coffee shop that you frequently visit? A flower stand that has your favorite blooms? How about a waterfront trail that you enjoy walking at sunset?
Local spots that you enjoy
We don't have to stay within the San Francisco Bay Area!
Lets venture out to Carmel/Monterey, see some snow in Lake Tahoe, drive out to see El Capitan in Yosemite, and so much more! Inquire for destination packages!
destinations
best for: spring, summer
best for: spring, summer
best for: all seasons
best for: spring, summer, early fall
best for: holiday
best for: fall
best for: fall, winter
best for: spring, summer
avoid bold fashion accessories
no bright or neon colors
avoid bold patterns
when in doubt, go neutral
accent with timeless accessories
use complimentary muted colors
Picking your outfit color palette and planning what to wear for your lifestyle or engagement session is the first (and most important) step in creating gorgeous photos! While you should consider the weather, it's best to be comfortable and confident in what you wear. I've collected some do's and don'ts for picking out your outfit, along with some outfit inspiration from previous clients.
outfit inspiration
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If you are currently shopping for outfits for your session, some favorite retailers are:
Baltic Born | Free People | Joyfolie | Vici Collection | Etsy for maternity gowns
I also recommend contacting natalie with clair de lune-sf to rent one of her stunning gowns
consider professional hair & makeup
get a manicure for close-up shots
clean your engagement ring if you have one
Pampering yourself is always a great idea, right?!
Although not necessary, there are a few to-dos that will elevate your portraits:
trust me as your expert photographer
relax, have fun, and just be you
There's absolutely no reason to worry about your session.
I like to look at your session as a way to get to know each other and have some fun! As you approach your session, keep in mind these 2 things:
session tips:
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avoid spray or self-tanners immediately before a session. The orange tint will take away from a timeless feel.
gown #4
MAROON V-NECK DRESS SIZE S
$50 RENTAL FEE
gown #3
white chiffon gown with front slit
$50 rental fee
gown #2
light pink tulle robe gown
$75 rental fee
gown #1
white lace maternity gown
$50 rental fee
I have a selection of gowns that are available for rent for your session. Pricing ranges from $50-75 for the rental.
Some of the gowns are bump-friendly and perfect for beautiful maternity portraits.
Other gowns are true to size and are great for engagement portraits and styled sessions.
client closet
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one-piece leotard not included
gown #5
white halter top gown size s
$50 rental fee
gown rental subject to availability.
I clean each gown before renting it to you!
With the increase in gas prices, we now charge a travel fee for destinations outside of a 25-mile radius of Hayward, CA. We hope this does not limit your location selection. We have decided to charge a travel fee that is location-based rather than increase our overall service fees!
06. do you charge travel fees?
1-hour sessions will yield about 50 edited images; 2-hour sessions will yield about 80 edited images.
Petite sessions include 20 edited images with option to upgrade to the full gallery for an additional $75.
05. how many images will we receive?
You may print your images for personal use only. You may not sell your images for profit. You may not publish your images without written permission from Anastasiya Photography.
You will not receive RAW images because we believe in delivering a finished product.
04. what rights do we have to the images? do we receive RAW images?
Portraits sessions are available
Friday-Sunday.
03. can we schedule a session on the weekend?
Post-production for portrait sessions are completed 4-6 weeks after the date of the shoot. We edit each and every image.
Expedited processing is available for a fee.
02. WHEN WILL THE IMAGES BE READY?
No, we do not. We eliminate duplicate images, test shots, missed focused shots, shots with bad expressions and other images that may dilute the overall product delivery.
01. do you deliver every image you capture?
Have a question about your portrait session? I've got an answer!
And if you don't see your question here, please reach out via email: ana@anastasiyaphotography.com.
FAQs
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